HPLC Calculator vs 4DI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
HPLC Calculator
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This app is a powerful tool designed for R&D and QC departments, helping streamline essential lab and HPLC calculations. Ask questions and troubleshoot chromatography challenges Share knowledge and best practices Discuss methods, instrumentation, and real-world lab scenarios Connect with scientists, students, and professionals globally It supports: System Suitability Calculations for HPLC Buffer Preparation and pH Adjustments Linearity and Regression Analysis General Reagent and Solution Calculations In addition, the Chromatography Forum built into the app offers a collaborative space to: Ask questions and troubleshoot chromatography challenges Share knowledge and best practices Discuss methods, instrumentation, and real-world lab scenarios Connect with scientists, students, and professionals globally Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
4DI
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4DI is an offline reference tool for data integrity in regulated environments β built for QA, validation, manufacturing, and laboratory teams working under GxP. The app organizes data integrity knowledge into five areas: ALCOA++ principles, regulatory frameworks, the data lifecycle, typical inspection findings, and a glossary. ALCOA++ PRINCIPLES 10 principles, each with a clear definition and practical examples contrasting good practice with a typical violation: - Attributable - Legible - Contemporaneous - Original - Accurate - Complete - Consistent - Enduring - Available - Traceable (added per the EMA guideline on computerised systems and electronic data in clinical trials, 2023) REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS 7 frameworks side by side, each with a summary, core requirements, and a link to the official source: - FDA 21 CFR Part 11 - EU GMP Annex 11 - MHRA GxP Data Integrity Guidance - EMA Guideline on computerised systems and electronic data in clinical trials (2023) - PIC/S PI 041 - WHO TRS 1033, Annex 4 β Guideline on data integrity (2021) - ICH Q7 Frameworks are tagged by region (US / EU / International). A comparison view highlights key differences across four topics: audit trail, electronic signatures, risk-based approach, and quality culture & human factors. DATA LIFECYCLE Six phases β Creation, Processing, Review & Approval, Reporting, Retention, Archival & Destruction β each mapped to its relevant ALCOA++ principles, typical pitfalls, and regulatory focus. INSPECTION FINDINGS 17 findings modeled on public patterns from FDA Warning Letters, Form 483 observations, and EU GMP non-conformities. Organized by category and severity, each finding lists the principles violated, its regulatory basis, and remediation measures, with links to official databases. Full search included. GLOSSARY 29 terms β ALCOA terms, regulatory abbreviations (CFR, GMP, GLP, GCP...), technical terms (audit trail, metadata, electronic signature), and quality terms (CAPA, deviation, OOS) β each with a definition and context. Bookmark terms for quick access, get a "term of the day," and search even without typing accents. FIVE LANGUAGES 4DI speaks English, German, French, Spanish and Italian. A new installation starts in your iPhone's language when 4DI supports it. You can switch the language any time in the app's Settings. BUILT FOR OFFLINE USE Light, dark, or system appearance. Works entirely offline: no accounts, no tracking, no ads, no permissions required. Bookmarks stay on your device. COMMUNITY & SUPPORT Report a bug, suggest a feature, or flag a content correction through the app's Settings β linked to robspace's public GitHub hub for discussion. For direct support: support@robspace.de. DISCLAIMER: 4DI is a privately developed helping tool. It is not endorsed, certified, or validated by any regulatory authority. Content is for informational purposes only and must not replace official regulatory guidance or professional advice.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 4DI at none against HPLC Calculator's 6. 4DI also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). HPLC Calculator's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. HPLC Calculator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.59 per month. 4DI asks for nothing beyond the download.
HPLC Calculator ships an update every 5 weeks, 4DI every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HPLC Calculator | 4DI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 days β better |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 18.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Youhana Mehany | Robert Poetzsch |
In-app purchases
HPLC Calculator
- Remove Ads$0.591 Month
- Remove Ads$4.991 Year
- 50K Token Top-Up$2.99
- 100K Token Top-Up$4.99
- 250K Token Top-Up$9.99
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- 500K Token Top-Up$12.99
4DI
No in-app purchases









